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Dir Life & Workforce Readiness Strategy & Implementation

Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) is a recognized national leader in youth development, with a commitment to shaping a bright future for America's youth. BGCA is building a new division focused on workforce readiness, supporting nearly 5,000 locations across the nation. With a holistic approach that promotes positive youth development, social and emotional learning, and real-world leadership and work experiences, BGCA is empowering youth to become leaders of tomorrow. About Boys & Girls Clubs Of America (BGCA)

Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) is a recognized national leader in youth development, with a commitment to shaping a bright future for America's youth. BGCA is building a new division focused on workforce readiness, supporting nearly 5,000 locations across the nation. With a holistic approach that promotes positive youth development, social and emotional learning, and real-world leadership and work experiences, BGCA is empowering youth to become leaders of tomorrow.

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Director, Life & Workforce Readiness Strategy & Implementation

will play a pivotal role in leading BGCA’s workforce readiness efforts. Reporting to the Managing Director, National Workforce Readiness, the Director will oversee the execution and scaling of key initiatives that promote Life & Workforce Readiness across BGCA’s network of Clubs. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader with a passion for youth development to drive strategic initiatives and work collaboratively with stakeholders to build a future-ready workforce.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

Drive Strategy Through Training, Technical Assistance, and Partnerships

Design and implement sector partnerships and training systems to identify and address critical implementation challenges. Share best practices and effective models in employer engagement and education/training partnerships. Write compelling reports, analysis, and develop technical assistance products based on field insights. Serve as a content expert on employer partnerships, scaling workforce collaborations, and fostering diversity-friendly, youth-friendly workplaces. Support the roll-out of BGCA’s Workforce Adoption Strategy, support the design of career pathways to growth sectors, and Alumni Opportunity Network strategies to Boys & Girls Clubs. Lead the development and launch of BGCA’s support the design of career pathways to growth sectors.

Cross Departmental Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing

Conduct primary and secondary research to inform BGCA’s Life & Workforce Readiness Strategy. Identify, analyze, and share best practices and learnings across BGCA to enhance program delivery and effectiveness. Lead the development of toolkits based on youth and secondary research, labor market data, and field input. Translate research findings and data into actionable products and presentations for diverse audiences. Collaborate across BGCA departments to promote the implementation of workforce readiness strategies and initiatives. Create written reports, memos, case studies, and tools to share with internal and external stakeholders.

Relationship Building and Project Management

Develop and manage projects from concept through to final implementation, including managing timelines, workflows, and resources. Use project management tools to oversee complex projects, ensuring they meet deadlines and deliverables. Build and maintain relationships with partners, funders, and stakeholders to support workforce readiness efforts. Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and strategic planning sessions for diverse stakeholders. Ensure the effective use of knowledge management and project management tools. Oversee and support the scaling of workforce readiness strategies across multiple sites and departments.

Qualifications

Who You Are

Proven leadership in workforce development, positive youth development, or a related field. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and full Microsoft Office Suite, with strong organizational and project management skills. Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to lead and influence senior-level decision-makers. Ability to prioritize, manage competing priorities, and track progress across multiple workstreams. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. You hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in workforce development, positive youth development, education, or a related field. You have three plus years of leadership/management experience, including experience in team and coalition building. Demonstrated success in managing large, complex projects and partnerships. Strong understanding of the youth development field, workforce readiness, and labor market trends.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Hybrid schedule, three remote days and two collaboration days in the Atlanta HQ, located in midtown The opportunity to make a lasting impact on youth across the nation. A collaborative, mission-driven work environment focused on positive youth outcomes.

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